The five fun-filled zones at ‘Little Explorers’
were really purpose-driven, with activities created to develop certain skill
where children are the key players. KGI, KGII and Grade 1 students took part in
experiments that built awareness of their own social identity.
KG - Kids visited the doll house, the mirror maze,
observed the functioning of their own heart and lungs in the body, water games,
building house with foam bricks and then finally an interactive session on 'five
senses' where the kids happily painted a handcrafted ‘hand palm’ which offered
a fascinating, unique and varied experience allowing kids to build their social
and individual identities. The kids explored and the teachers discovered that
the little ones spent the day learning new skills, having lots of fun and
making some great friends in the process. At little Explorers, curiosity is
rewarded and children can learn about the world around them by interacting with
their surroundings. Each area taught the children one different skill and
discipline. Each Zone also exercised their body and mind and fostered cognitive
learning. It enhanced their thought process and stimulated their quest for knowledge
too.
Grade 1 - Students of Grade 1 were excited and could not
contain their emotions of happiness and glee as they geared up to go to Little
Explorers. Little Explorers is an exciting mix of education and entertainment
for children from the age of two to seven, with a focus on learning and
acquiring skills in a fun and safe environment.
The
students were thrilled by the very thought of riding together with their
classmates and teachers in the bus. There was cheer and laughter when we
arrived at Little Explorers. The place offers many hands on activities for each
and every student to explore and discover different resources. A workshop on
life cycle of a butterfly was held. Students made beautiful butterflies. Next, we headed to the obstacle
course and balancing steps. The obstacle course was fun as children moved
forward and backward on the circuit. Then, it was time to move on to a very
interesting activity called ‘skeleton on bike’. Children wanted to ride the
bicycle and see their skeleton appear. The more energy they put in riding the
bike, the better was the result.
We
moved on to the x-ray machine wherein one could see the film – body parts and
also could hear the heartbeat and learn functions of internal organs. This was
very engaging. It was a wonderful experience – fun, thrill, enthusiasm and
excitement – all put together at one place.